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stockade

 

[ stษ’kหŒeษชd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

military structure

A stockade is a defensive wall made of wooden posts or stakes, often used in a military context to protect a fort or settlement. It is typically constructed to serve as a barrier against enemies and to establish a safe perimeter. Stockades can vary in height and design, but their primary function is to provide security to those within. They have been historically used by various cultures, particularly by indigenous peoples and colonial settlers.

Synonyms

barrier, enclosure, fence

Examples of usage

  • The settlers built a stockade to defend against attacks.
  • The stockade surrounded the fortress, keeping intruders out.
  • He enclosed his property with a wooden stockade.

Translations

Translations of the word "stockade" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น estaca

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคฟเคฒเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Stockade

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ stockade

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัˆั‚ะฐั…ะตั‚ะฝะธะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ stokada

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚นใƒˆใ‚ซใƒ‡

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท stockade

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ estacada

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท stok

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์Šคํ†ก์ผ€์ด๋“œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณูŠุงุฌ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zรกsobnรญk

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zรกtaras

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ …ๆ 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zapor

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ stokk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะพั€ัˆะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒ แƒ˜แƒ”แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ devar

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ estacada

Etymology

The term 'stockade' comes from the early 17th century, derived from the Middle French term 'estocade', which means a stake or post. The roots can be traced even further back to the Latin 'stocca', referring to a timber or post. Historically, stockades were essential for defense, particularly in colonial America, where settlers faced threats from Native American tribes. The design and construction of stockades evolved depending on the available materials and geographic conditions, showcasing the ingenuity and adaptability of the builders. Over time, the word has maintained its association with fortifications and barriers, although it can also refer to any kind of fenced enclosure. Today, stockades are not only studied in terms of military history but are also reflected in various forms of art and literature, symbolizing protection and isolation.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,096, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.